Computer & Information Sciences at Murray State University
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Murray State University sits in Murray, KY.
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Online Class Availability at Murray State University
Distance learning is available at Murray State University. Of 10,020 students, 1,796 (18%) studied exclusively online and 3,286 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Murray State University
Rankings can help you compare Murray State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #14 of 31 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #19 of 31 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #152 of 404 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #159 of 409 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #490 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #919 of 1,619 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Murray State University
Graduates of Murray State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,888 |
| 2 years | $53,775 |
| 3 years | $66,008 |
| 4 years | $73,631 |
| 5 years | $88,545 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Murray State University earn a median of $73,631, compared with $53,312 for all Murray State University graduates — about 38% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Murray State University is $25,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at Murray State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Computer & Information Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Health Informatics Specialists | $156,714 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Web Developers | $125,527 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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